Cajun Honey Butter Salmon Recipe

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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Salmon:

  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin on
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, sliced (for garnish)

For the Honey Butter:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), room temperature
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Salmon:
  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  • Brush both sides of the fillets with olive oil.
  • In a small bowl, combine the Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Rub the spice mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
  1. Cook the Salmon:
  • Pan-Seared Method:
    • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a bit more olive oil if needed.
    • Once the oil is hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet.
    • Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the salmon is cooked through and has a golden-brown crust. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  • Oven-Baked Method:
    • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
    • Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
    • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  1. Make the Honey Butter:
  • In a medium bowl, combine the room-temperature butter, honey, Dijon mustard, and Cajun seasoning. Mix well until smooth and well incorporated.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  1. Serve:
  • Once the salmon is cooked, transfer the fillets to serving plates.
  • Spoon a generous dollop of honey butter over each fillet.
  • Garnish with lemon slices and a sprinkle of chopped parsley if desired.
  1. Enjoy:
  • Serve the Cajun Honey Butter Salmon with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.

Tips:

  • If you prefer a more pronounced honey flavor, you can adjust the amount of honey in the butter mixture.
  • For an extra touch, drizzle some of the melted honey butter over the salmon before serving.
  • If you’re cooking for a crowd, this recipe can easily be scaled up. Just make sure to adjust cooking times as needed.

Enjoy your delicious Cajun Honey Butter Salmon!

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